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Linus Torvalds was December 28th, 1969 in Helsinki, Finland.
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Began to get experiment with computer programming on his grandfather’s Commodore VIC-20.
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Attended the University of Helsinki and purchased his first computer in 1991
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He created Linux and alerted internet users that it was a free downloadable software program.
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With the help of other programmers, in 1994 Linux kernel version 1.0 was released.
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Torvalds moved to California after accepting a job for microprocessor manufacturer, Transmeta.
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He got married to his wife Tovi in 1997. They have three daughters.
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Left Transmeta to work as a project manager for Open Source Development Labs to help encourage Linux development.
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OSDL and Free Standards Group merged in 2007 and became the Linux Foundation which helps support sustainable eco systems and technology development through open source projects.
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He was inducted into the Hall of Fellows in 2008 which honor exceptional men and women who's contributions have changed the world. He is credited for creating the Linux kernel and managing the open source development of the Linux operating system.
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In 2010, Torvalds became a citizen of the United States of America.
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The Technology Academy Finland awarded him the Millennium Technology Prize, which is one of the world's largest technology prizes.
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In 2012 he was inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame
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He recieved this prestigious award for the development of the Linux kernel and open source programming.
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After a string of abusive emails were leaked regarding Torvald's language to programmers, he decided to step down from his position and seek help for how to appropriately channel his emotions. https://www.newyorker.com/science/elements/after-years-of-abusive-e-mails-the-creator-of-linux-steps-aside
